Thanks for the feedback!
My fears have been confirmed. However, yes, the positive is that I can take him back! This is a sad discovery but also shows that I am learning as we progress with our backyard chickens so I guess that is good. UGH.
She said we could bring it back if it turns out to be a boy. Which I will likely do. Just not thrilled about another 2 hour round trip.
I can wait until it gets older to make sure but then I am investing how much more money (not to mention getting attached) only to probably be proven wrong...
My gut and little knowledge it telling me the same thing. It was freezing cold and raining when we got to the farm. The red comb and head shape are big indicators me. Even the exaggerated head bob and upright position the chick walks in.
What makes you say cockerel?
I picked this EE up yesterday. Was told they had been sexed and all were pullets. Was also told they are 12 weeks old (NO WAY!!!). When I got home I got a text saying she was really sorry, she thought all the chicks in the pen we got this one from had been sexed but that her husband informed her...